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Why does my cat have a small red spot on her chin? Is it acne?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 years and 7 months old | 8 lbs

my cat developed a very small pimple type red spot on her chin underneath. I wouldn't have noticed but she is pure white and it is easy to see because of her color. any suggestions or concerns she never goes outside ever thank you

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 7th, 2017

This small pimple type spot could be from an injury (such as scratching her chin), an infection, or chin acne. I would gently clean the area with warm water and antiseptic soap, and keep an eye on it for now. If it doesn't go away, it gets bigger, more of them appear, or you see redness, swelling, or pus in the area then I would take Crystal into the vet to have the area looked at and treated. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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